September 24, 2025 Eastern Illinois Manufacturing Summit: Empowering the Future

Description

Join us for a dynamic half-day summit focused on the issues that matter most to manufacturers across Eastern Illinois. 

This is your opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore innovative strategies, and discover new resources designed to strengthen our region’s manufacturing future. 

Hear how collaborative efforts are positioning Eastern Illinois as a hub for new investment and job creation. Program Highlights: Illinois opportunities and initiatives to help build this region 

A look at the opportunities unique to Illinois 

Learn about $3M DCEO Site Readiness Infrastructure Grant 

Explore industrial, housing, and bonding opportunities that fuel expansion 

Regional Economic Development 

Learn more about regional efforts to promote our area regarding opportunities for new investment and job creation 

Future of Infrastructure: Insights into the region’s electrical and energy capacity to support growth 

Industrial, Housing, and other Bonding Opportunities 

Advanced Manufacturing & Innovation: Explore cutting-edge technologies and hear from manufacturers how they are building a winning corporate culture with strategies that drive results. 

Workforce Ready Empowering Manufacturing Next Generation Workforce Recruiting and Training Programs 

Plus - Exclusive Facility Tour: Attendees will also have the option to enjoy a guided tour of the Lake Land College Manufacturing Center and see first-hand how it is shaping the future of workforce training and development for regional employers.

Refreshments sponsors by Wiese USA